Prince William not calm after Prince Andrew arrest affects King Charles

Prince William and Kate Middleton are worried about the former Prince AndrewArresting King Charles III would endanger King Charles III’s health.

Experts told Fox News Digital that it is not surprising that the Prince and Princess of Wales are concerned about the monarch’s health after public opinion polls on how the monarchy handled Andrew’s relationship with… Jeffrey Epstein.

On sunday night, William admitted He wasn’t in a “cool mood” while attending the BAFTAs, which was also the royal couple’s first public appearance since Andrew’s arrest.

Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly believe Prince Andrew’s arrest could weaken the monarch’s health. (Getty Images)

“There is no doubt that the pressures on King Charles, who is suffering from cancer, are intense,” Richard Fitzwilliams, a royal expert, told Fox News Digital. “William and Catherine are said to be very concerned about the way the crisis over Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is developing and the impact it will have on the King’s health.”

When William was asked if he had a chance to watch Hamnet on the red carpet, the prince – who is BAFTA president – admitted he “needs to be in a calm mood” to watch the Chloe Zhao-directed historical drama.

“William and Catherine are said to be deeply concerned about the way the crisis over Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is developing and the impact this will have on the King’s health.”

– Richard Fitzwilliams, expert on the royal family

He added: “I need to be completely calm, and I’m not at the moment. I’ll save it.” Daily Mail.

Ian Pelham-Turner, a royal expert, told Fox News Digital that William’s comment at the BAFTA Awards was “indicative” of tension within the royal family.

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“Prince William not being in the right state to watch William Shakespeare’s Hamnet is indicative of the pressure the Royal Family is currently experiencing, and the physical and mental health of his father, King Charles, especially in the face of the public onslaught of allegations regarding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor,” Turner said.

Catherine, Princess of Wales and William, Prince of Wales attend the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards. (Scott Garfitt/BAFTA via Getty Images)

He continued: “This is an unprecedented crisis for the Royal Family, who have faced new allegations every day recently as they try to continue their public duties while fighting backdoor protections over Andrew’s allegations and trying to distance themselves from what Andrew is alleged to have done to discredit the company.”

Turner said the royal family “walks on eggshells” every day, knowing that at any time new allegations could arise.

King Charles III was previously diagnosed with cancer. (Henry Nicholls/AFP via Getty Images)

Hilary Fordwich, an expert on the British royal family, told Fox News Digital that declining public opinion about the monarchy plays a role in William’s less calm state.

“Given the current downward polls on the public’s perception of how the royals are handling this crisis, as well as the actual scandals that all the royals feel this way, it’s no wonder Prince William, who from the beginning wanted to draw a tougher line, feels less calm,” Fordwich said.

Prince William and Kate Middleton on the BAFTA red carpet. (Samir Hussein)

Fordwich explained that William and Middleton not only avoided scandal, but that their morals gave the monarchy a saving grace.

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“Not only have Prince William and Princess Catherine stayed out of any scandal, but their behaviour, sense of duty and moral standards are impeccable. This is what will save the monarchy!” she said.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was released from police custody on February 19, hours after he was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Former Prince Andrew was released from custody hours after his arrest on February 19. (Reuters)

The former prince faced public scrutiny over his ties to the late Jeffrey Epstein, who died by apparent suicide while in a Manhattan jail cell in 2019.

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Emails released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) as part of the Epstein files appear to show the former prince sharing reports of official business visits with the disgraced financier. One email showed that Andrew sent the information to Epstein five minutes after receiving it.

King Charles III expressed his “deep concern” about his brother’s news He gets arrested On suspicion of misconduct while holding public office.

Former Prince Andrew was arrested on February 19. (Steve Parsons – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this case is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the relevant authorities. In this, as I said before, they have our full and sincere support and cooperation,” the king said in a statement.

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He added: “Let me say clearly: the law must take its course.” “As this process continues, it would not be appropriate for me to comment further on this matter. In the meantime, my family and I will continue to do our duty and service to all of you.”

Fordwich defended King Charles and noted that for more than 20 years, Charles had been against his brother being appointed to public office.

King Charles III said the law “must take its course” when it came to his brother’s arrest. (Max Mumbi/Indigo/Getty Images)

“In defense of then-Prince Charles, he was (around 2000-2001) against his brother when the appointment was discussed, raising concerns that his brother was unsuitable, that he would play golf and chase women,” she told Fox News Digital.

Fordwich continued: “With the 10 police jurisdictions in the UK investigating Andrew and his treacherous behaviour, it will all have a terrible impact on KCIII’s health, as will all the pressure on everyone. If he abdicates to save the monarchy, he will no doubt be put on the spot for his ill health.”

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